XRP trading volume steady at $3.2B in Q1, but XRPL activity contracts sharply

Ripple’s XRP trading volume on top-tier exchanges throughout the first quarter, with average daily volume (ADV) holding nearly $3.2 billion, while XRP Ledger (XRPL) activity decreased. According to a May 5 report by Ripple, the volume trend reflects sustained institutional and retail engagement despite sharp price swings and moderating on-chain activity. Spot market data shows […]

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Bitcoin’s price spike supported by ETF demand as stablecoin buying power remains low

The exchange stablecoins ratio (ESR) and stablecoin supply ratio (SSR) provide important insight into Bitcoin’s liquidity and potential buying power. ESR measures the proportion of stablecoins relative to Bitcoin exchange reserves, serving as a gauge of spot liquidity. A low ESR reflects limited immediate buying power, while a high ESR points to abundant capital waiting […]

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Bitcoin mining pushes sustainability agenda with over 50% of energy generated from renewables

Sustainable energy accounts for more than half of Bitcoin (BTC) mining consumption as of the first quarter, according to the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance’s Digital Mining Industry Report.  Despite higher energy consumption, the industry’s reliance on sustainable energy increased, and operational metrics indicated a push toward long-term resilience through diversification and innovation. Estimated annual […]

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Upexi shares skyrocket over 600% after revealing Solana treasury strategy

Upexi Inc.’s shares soared more than 630% on April 21 after the Nasdaq-listed company announced plans to build a Solana (SOL)-based crypto treasury using newly raised funds. The $100 million private investment in public equity (PIPE) was anchored by GSR, a leading crypto trading and investment firm, and included backing from Maelstrom Capital, Delta Blockchain […]

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